Howard Berger Recalls Extension Cords and Power Strips Due to Fire Hazard
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-182.
This recall involves Brightway heavy duty outdoor extension cords and Brightway indoor household extension cords and power strips. Model numbers involved in the recall are R2600 through R2615 (outdoor extension cords), EE6 through EE20 (indoor extension cords) and MP6DG (power strips). "Brightway" is printed on the cords. Model numbers are printed on the product's packaging.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-182.
Consumers should immediately stop using the extension cords and power strips and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Hardware And Discount Stores Nationwide From August 2009 Through October 2009 For Between $1 And $20. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-182.
For additional information, contact Howard Berger at (800) 221-6895 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.hberger.com. Consumers can also email the firm at robertwinterstein@hberger.com
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Hardware And Discount Stores Nationwide From August 2009 Through October 2009 For Between $1 And $20. Recall FAQ
Hardware And Discount Stores Nationwide From August 2009 Through October 2009 For Between $1 And $20. is the subject of an outdoor & garden recall: Howard Berger Recalls Extension Cords and Power Strips Due to Fire Hazard. The notice was published on March 31, 2010 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 12,000 units are potentially affected.